major causes of death and injury in fire fighters
stress: 60%
caught/trapped 15%
collision or struck 11%
falls 7%
other 5%
highest cause of firefighter death due to injury
heart attack and stroke 60%
approximately how many fire fighters are killed each year in the united states in the line of duty
80-100
out of all fire fighter injuries in the line of duty, what percentage occurred while fighting fires.
45%
most important action you can take to ensure your safety while responding to an emergency incident?
fasten seatbelt
how much water should be consumed to maintain proper hydration for each 5-10 minutes of physical exertion
8 to 10 ounces (0.2-0.3 liter)
burns account for what percentage of injury
10%
strains and sprains account for what percentage of fire fighter injury
53%
how to submit a near miss report
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the 3 groups whom fire fighters must consider when ensuring safety at an incident scene
personal safety
safety of other team members
safety of everyone present at an emergency scene
list and describe the four components of a fire fighter safety program
standards and procedures
personnel
training
equipment
describe standards and procedures 1/4 major components to a successful safety program
regulations, ranging from NFPA standards to OSHA regulations to local laws, govern the fire departments SOPs and SOGs on ensuring safe work environment.
describe personnel 2/4 major components to a successful safety program
from teams working together to safety officer, personnel ensure that a fire departments safety program is implemented correctly
describe training 3/4 major components to a successful safety program
training does not end with this course. to ensure that you attain and maintain a high level of skills and knowledge, you must seek out additional courses and training opportunities throughout your career.
describe equipment 4/4 major components to a successful safety program
must be properly maintained and personnel properly trained
the national fire fighters foundations 16 fire fighter life safety initiatives describe_?
the steps that need to be taken to change the current culture of the fire service to make it a safer place for all fire fighters
Standards on fire department occupational safety and health program (NFPA_)
NFPA 1500
primary responsibility is safety at an emergency, also who can determine when a fire fighter can work without SCBA after a fire is extinguishes
incident safety officer
fire fighter life safety initiative
define and advocate the need for cultural change within the fire service relating to safety and incorporating leadership, management, supervision, accounting, and personal responsibility
fire fighter life safety initiative
enhance personal and organizational accountability for health and safety throughout the fire service
fire fighter life safety initiative
focus greater attention on the integration of risk management with incident management at all levels, including strategic, tactical, and planning responsibilities
fire fighter life safety initiative
empower fire fighters to stop unsafe practices
fire fighter life safety initiative
develop and implement national standards of training, qualifications, and certifications, (including recertification) that are equally applicable to fall fire fighters based on duties they are expected to preform.
fire fire life safety initiative
develop and implement nation medical and physical fitness standards that are equally applicable to all fire fighters based on the duties they are expected to preform.
fire fighter life safety initiative
create a national research agenda and a data collection system that are related to initiatives
fire fighter life safety initiative
take advantage of available technology whenever it can produce higher levels of health and safety
fire fighter life safety initiative
thoroughly investigate all fire fighter fatalities, injuries and near, misses.
fire fighter life safety initiative
implement grant programs to support the implementation of safe practices and or mandate safe practices as an eligibility requirement
fire fighter life safety initiative
develop and champion national standards for emergency response policies and procedures
fire fighter life safety initiative
develop and champion national protocols for response to violent incidents
fire fighter life safety initiative
ensure fire fighters and their families have access to counseling and psychological support.
fire fighter life safety initiative
provide more resources for public education, and champion this kind of education as a critical fire and life safety program
fire fighter life safety initiative
advocate for the enforcement of codes and the installation of home sprinklers
fire fighter life safety initiative
make safety a primary consideration in the design of apparatus and equipment.
what percent of fire fighter deaths occur during training
10%
components of a well rounded physical fitness program
weight training, cardiovascular, stretching
explain the practices fire fighters should take to promote optimal physical and mental health
-workout at least 1 hour per day that includes weight training, cardiovascular, and stretching,
eat a balanced nutritional diet that includes fruits, vegetables, low fat fruits and whole grains.
-adequate amount of uninterrupted sleep, establish a consist
second most common cause of fire fighter death
vehicle crashes
purpose of an employee assistance program (EAPs)
provide confidential help with a wide range of problems that might effect performance. fire fighters can get counseling, support, or other assistance dealing with physical, financial, emotional, or substance abuse.
describe the steps to ensure safety when responding to an emergency
walk to apparatus
don appropriate ppe that is already pre positioned for efficiency
fasten seatbelt before vehicle moves
don scba while moving and without sacrificing safety
drivers have responsibility of getting to the scene safely through safely operati
describe the steps to ensure safety when driving to an emergency incident
seat belts
avoid speeding
brake appropriately
stop at intersections
1/4 general principles that govern emergency vehicle operation
emergency vehicle operators are subject to all traffic regulations unless a specific exemption is made. specific exemption is a statement that appears in the statute, such as "the driver of an authorized vehicle may exceed the maximum speed limits so long
2/4 general principles that govern emergency vehicle operation
exemptions are legal only when vehicle is operating in emergency mode
3/4 general principles that govern emergency vehicle operation
even with an exemption the vehicle emergency operator can be found criminally or civilly liable if involved in a crash
4/4 general principles that govern emergency vehicle operation
and exemption does not relieve the operator of an authorized emergency vehicle from duty to drive with reasonable care for all persons using the highway.
guidelines for safe emergency vehicle response
-drive defensively
-follow agency policies in regards to posted speed limits
-maintain safe distance. use the 4 second rule
-maintain an open space cushion in the lane next to you as an escape route in case the vehicle in front of you stops suddenly
-alwa
when speed doubles force of vehicle increases by
a factor of 4
most crashes happen
at intersections and open sections of straight road during daylight hours
explain how the teamwork concept is applied during every stage of an incident to ensure the safety of all fire fighters
-enter together, work together, leave together
-check each others ppe before entering
-maintain visual, vocal, or physical contact.
-have a backup team
rapid intervention crew (RIC)
minimum of two fully equipped personnel on site in a ready state for immediate rescue of injured or trapped fire fighters. sole responsibility is to be prepared to provide emergency assistance to crews working inside the hazardous area
describe how the personal accountability system is applied during every stage of an emergency incident
-tracks personnel and assignments on the emergency scene.
-the system should record individuals assigned to each company, crew, or entry team; the assignments for each team, and the teams current activities
-ranges from paper assignments to display boards
personal accountability system
a system that readily identifies both the locations and functions of all members operating at an incident scene. (NFPA 1500)
common hazards an an emergency incident
traffic
downed utility wires
adverse environmental conditions
the measures fire fighters follow to ensure electrical safety at an emergency incident
-check for overhead power lines when raising ladders
-turn off power during any major fire
-assume the power is on until power company confirms its dead
how to lift and move objects safely
never bend at waist
bend at knees use legs
use equipment to help if its for a long distance
how is rehabilitation used to protect the safety of fire fighters during an emergency incident
designed to mitigate against the physical, physiological, and emotional stress of fire fighting so as to sustain member's energy improve performance, and decrease likelihood of an on scene injury or death.
role of critical incident stress debriefing preserving mental well-being of fire fighters
provides a forum for firefighting and ems personnel to discuss anxieties stress and emotions triggered by a difficult call.
critical incident stress debriefing (CISD)
a post-incident meeting designed to assist rescue personnel in dealing with psychological trauma as the result of an emergency (NFPA 1006)
occupational safety and health administration (OSHA)
-federal agency that regulates worker safety and in some cases responder safety.
-part of the U.S. department of labor